Motivational Speaker Rick Rigsby “Spurs” APHA Members to Action!
February 27, 2014 Comments Off on Motivational Speaker Rick Rigsby “Spurs” APHA Members to Action!
“It doesn’t matter how long you live; what matters is how you live. Tell the truth, do what you say you’re going to do, be kind to others and do a job with the greatest effort possible. If you do that, you’ll leave the next generation with something your grandparents left you: wisdom on how to make an impact, not just an impression.”
Continue reading …APHC Winter Show, March 8-9, at WestWorld in AZ.
February 27, 2014 Comments Off on APHC Winter Show, March 8-9, at WestWorld in AZ.
The 2014 APHC Winter Show is scheduled to take place March 8-9 at WestWorld in Scottsdale, AZ. Judges for the show will be Don Beard of Wyoming and Curt Summers of Arizona. The stall reservation deadline is March 1st. Click here to view a show premium. Click here to view pattern book. Show Contacts: Show […]
Continue reading …New Look To Latest NCEA Rankings…
February 27, 2014 Comments Off on New Look To Latest NCEA Rankings…
WACO, Texas – There’s a new look to the latest National Collegiate Equestrian Association national team rankings announced Wednesday, as a number of changes are seen in this week’s installment. South Carolina remains the nation’s top team, following a win against Southeastern Conference foe Texas A&M last weekend in Blythewood, S.C. Auburn checks in […]
Continue reading …APHA Board of Directors Pass New Rules
February 26, 2014 Comments Off on APHA Board of Directors Pass New Rules
With more than 30 rule change proposals up for discussion and vote, the APHA Board of Directors passed 28 new rules at the 2014 APHA Convention on February 24 in Irving, Texas.
Continue reading …Third Annual Texas “Power of Pink” Charity Show is This Weekend
February 26, 2014 Comments Off on Third Annual Texas “Power of Pink” Charity Show is This Weekend
The third annual Texas Paint Horse Club “Power of Pink” Show is scheduled to take place this weekend, March 1-2, in Waco, TX. The four judge Paint-O-Rama will be judged by Garth Gooding, Sonessa Gooding, Kelly Boles Chapman, and Dave Parlier.
Continue reading …2014 Tom Powers Futurity Stakes Sale, June 28th in Berrien Springs, Michigan
February 26, 2014 Comments Off on 2014 Tom Powers Futurity Stakes Sale, June 28th in Berrien Springs, Michigan
The 2014 Tom Powers Futurity Stakes Sale is scheduled to take place Saturday afternoon on June 28th in Berrien Springs, Michigan. As in the past, all sale horses must pass through the ring and will be microchipped to ensure identification for the following year. The sale will be accepting no more than 100 premium yearlings that will then […]
Continue reading …Take Advantage of New AQHA World Show Invitation Method For Halter Competitors by Showing “The Loop”
February 26, 2014 Comments Off on Take Advantage of New AQHA World Show Invitation Method For Halter Competitors by Showing “The Loop”
“In our area, a lot of the stallion owners have had difficulty getting their young horses qualified, and this will help that scenario tremendously.”
Continue reading …2014 APHA Convention Recap From a Member’s Perspective
February 26, 2014 Comments Off on 2014 APHA Convention Recap From a Member’s Perspective
Dr. Rick Rigsby presented “Making an Impact” before a packed house. It was funny and motivating for everyone, but, at the same time, sent a serious message for all of us. “Don’t make an impression; make an impact.”
Continue reading …Humpday Humor: Show Jumping Bunnies
February 26, 2014 Comments Off on Humpday Humor: Show Jumping Bunnies
Here’s a little Humpday Humor to help brighten up the work week. We’re all familiar with show jumping horses of course, and the close cousin of dog agility, but what about show jumping bunny rabbits?
Continue reading …Equine Cushing’s Disease Progression Can be Slowed Down
February 26, 2014 Comments Off on Equine Cushing’s Disease Progression Can be Slowed Down
Equine Cushing’s disease, scientifically referred to as pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID), is typically an age-related neurodegenerative disorder. Many horses will develop Cushing’s as they get older, but the symptoms come on so gradually, the disease often goes unrecognized.
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